She was last seen leaving her address just before 4.50pm on October 24 and police believe she may have taken a train to the Sussex area.

She is described as mixed race, around five feet four inches tall and of slim build with short cropped flame red-coloured hair that is black underneath.

Rhea Babla, 30, is missing from Weymouth (Image: Dorset police)

Chief Inspector Rob Chalkley, of Dorset Police, said: “We understand Rhea has been upset recently and we are becoming increasingly concerned for her welfare.

"I am appealing to anyone who knows where Rhea is or has seen a woman matching her description to please contact Dorset Police.

"I also appeal directly to Rhea that if she she's this appeal please contact us as we want to ensure you are safe and well."

Anyone with information or knowledge as to Rhea’s whereabouts is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting incident number 24:325.